On October 9, 2023, in the Reception Room of the Chemistry Research Building at the Chulabhorn Research Institute (CRI), the CRI held a ceremony to mark the auspicious occasion of Her Royal Highness Princess Siribhachudabhorn’s 41st Birthday Anniversary. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chusak Limsakul, Vice President for Administration, Building and Grounds, along with other CRI executives, paid their respects, offered presents in front of Her Royal Highness’s portrait, and signed a book of blessings to express their loyalty and gratitude for Her immeasurable contributions to the benefit and happiness of the Thai people and the nation. Her Royal Highness’s ability and skill in the Thai arts have long been evident to the Thai people. Since graduating from the Faculty of Painting Sculpture and Graphic Arts at Silpakorn University, Her Royal Highness has devoted herself to creating numerous art forms to promote and uphold Buddhism, as well as conserving Thailand’s artistic and cultural heritage, archeological sites, and archeological finds, all of which are important and valuable to the Thai nation. Among the numerous and notable achievements of Her Royal Highness are the Design Project of the Phra Dhamma Wisutthimongkol Dhamma Chedi Museum at Kesorn Silakhun Temple (Wat Pa Ban Tat), Udon Thani Province, the Renovation Project of the assembly hall, the mural painting, the well of divine water, and the landscaping at...

On August 31, 2023 in Meeting Room R117, 1st Floor, at the Chemistry Research Building, Chulabhorn Research Institute, by Royal Command of Professor Dr. Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn Mahidol, President of the Chulabhorn Research Institute, Lieutenant Chawat Artthayukti, Secretary-General of the Chulabhorn Foundation, presided over the meeting of the Chulabhorn Foundation Board No. 2/2023. The meeting was attended by the Foundation Board of Directors via video conference. The main agenda of this meeting was to follow up on the operations of the Chulabhorn Foundation and exchange opinions on various topics on the agenda, such as the 2022 performance report of the Foundation submitted to the Ministry of Interior, domestic and international registrations of patents and petty patents in the name of the Chulabhorn Foundation, funding to support HRH Princess Chulabhorn’s project on “Disease-free Animals, Safe Humans from Rabies” for the purchase of veterinary tools and equipment in mobile operating units, and the establishment of the E-Donation system of the Revenue Department in the name of the Chulabhorn Foundation. The Foundation continues to carry out various public activities to assist the needy and underprivileged nationwide. Public Relations, Office of the President September 1, 2023

The Office of Research, Chulabhorn Research Institute (CRI), congratulates Dr. Phum Tachachartvanich, Research Scientist at the Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology, CRI, on being selected by Thailand Science Research and Innovation (TSRI) to attend the “Young Leaders Program 2023” and “The20th Annual Meeting of Science and Technology in Society Forum(STS Forum)” from September 30 to October 3, 2023 in Kyoto, Japan. The project aims to provide an opportunity for new generation researchers with high potential from various countries to engage in collaborative activities and establish networks with scientists, Nobel Prize laureates, academics, policy makers, and leading business figures. Office of Research August 29, 2023

On August 19, 2023, by Royal Command of Professor Dr. Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn Mahidol, President of the Chulabhorn Research Institute (CRI), and driven by the strong commitment of Her Royal Highness to a rabies-free Thailand, Mr. Piamsak Milintachinda, Vice President for International Relations of the CRI, presided over the opening ceremony of the Project on Integrated Training for Knowledge Dissemination and Technology Transfer on the Management of Rabies to Communities under HRH Princess Chulabhorn’s project on “Disease-free Animals, Safe Humans from Rabies”, at Fortune River View Hotel Nakhon Phanom, Mueang Nakhon Phanom District, Nakhon Phanom Province. The training was conducted in collaboration with the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and the Faculty of Education, Kasetsart University. The activities consisted of academic lectures and a workshop on using applications to prevent rabies in schools and communities. Approximately 180 participants attended, including livestock officials, public health officials, health education teachers, village health volunteers, and community representatives. Nakhon Phanom Province is a target area for the operation of HRH Princess Chulabhorn’s project on “Disease-free Animals, Safe Humans from Rabies”, reflecting the strong commitment of Her Royal Highness to raising awareness about the danger of rabies and ensuring a sustainable rabies-free coexistence between humans and animals. Public Relations, Office of the President August 22, 2023

The Chulabhorn Research Institute held a ceremony to celebrate the auspicious occasion of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother’s Birthday Anniversary (August 12, 2023). Khunying Laxanachantorn Laohaphan, Executive Vice President, Chulabhorn Research Institute (CRI), along with other CRI executives, attended the ceremony, humbly offered well wishes, and signed a book of blessings in front of Her Majesty’s portrait on August 16, 2023, at the Chemistry Research Building, CRI, as a gesture of loyalty and gratitude for Her Majesty’s immeasurable benevolence. General Administration Division Office of Administration August 16, 2023

The Office of Research, Chulabhorn Research Institute, extends its congratulations to the following researchers on their appointments to academic positions: Miss Kisana Bhinija as Research Scientist I Miss Jintana Duang-nkern as Research Scientist I Office of Research August 9, 2023

On July 26, 2023, the Chulabhorn Research Institute held a ceremony to honor His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua on the auspicious occasion of His Majesty’s Birthday Anniversary, which falls on July 28, 2023. The event was held to express loyalty and recognize His Majesty’s benevolence. Khunying Luxanachantorn Laohaphan, Executive Vice President, Chulabhorn Research Institute (CRI), along with other CRI executives, attended the ceremony and signed a book of blessings in front of His Majesty’s portrait. The ceremony took place at the Chemistry Research Building, CRI. General Administration Division, Office of Administration July 27, 2023

Recognizing the importance of addressing the problems of rabies, an important public health issue in Thailand, Professor Dr. Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn Mahidol, President of the Chulabhorn Research Institute, has steadfastly committed to managing and resolving the problems of stray dogs, and eradicating rabies across all regions in Thailand in a sustainable manner. From July 20-24, 2023, Her Royal Highness led the Chulabhorn Veterinary Volunteer Unit to the south, to Phra Mahathat Woramahawihan Temple in Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, upon the Nakhon Si Thammarat Provincial Office’s humble request for assistance in addressing the problems of stray dogs within the Temple compound. The Temple is one of the most revered sanctuaries in the south of Thailand and must meet the “cultural heritage” evaluation criteria, as it is currently in the process of registration to be qualified as a World Heritage Site by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The renovation and physical landscaping of the Temple are 95 percent complete and will be presented to the Fine Arts Department by September 30, 2023, for further application to be registered a World Heritage Site. On this occasion, Her Royal Highness graciously provided 500 doses of rabies vaccine to Mr. Pornpirom Fungtrakul, Chief, Nakhon Si Thammarat Provincial Livestock Office, for further vaccination of local dogs and cats to build...

On July 15, 2023, by Royal Command of Professor Dr. Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn Mahidol, Dr. Thakur Phanit, Vice President for International Relations, Chulahorn Research Institute, presided over the opening ceremony of the Project on Integrated Training for Knowledge Dissemination and Technology Transfer on the Management of Rabies to Communities, under HRH Princess Chulabhorn’s project on “Disease-free Animals, Safe Humans from Rabies”, at Sukhothai Treasure Resort & Spa, Mueang Sukhothai District, Sukhothai Province. Under this Training Project, organized through the cooperation between the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and the Faculty of Education, Kasetsart University, activities comprising sharing of knowledge, including theoretical knowledge and practical experiences, have been carried out in various provinces across Thailand. In Sukhothai Province, the activities were composed of academic lectures on progress and cooperation among agencies under HRH Princess Chulabhorn’s project on “Disease-free Animals, Safe Humans from Rabies”, local rules and regulations on the management of stray dogs, channel to gain access to the media concerning rabies through a technique of management and learning about rabies using game-based learning, as well as a workshop on the use of applications to prevent rabies in schools and communities, with brainstorming and exchange of learning. Approximately 150 participants attended the training, consisting of livestock officials, public health officials, health education teachers, village health volunteers, and community representatives. Sukhothai...

With Her unwavering benevolence, Professor Dr. Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn Mahidol has always shown great concern for the quality of life and well-being of the Thai people, especially in efficiently promoting good health and preventing of diseases. Her Royal Highness’s compassion also extends to sick stray and homeless animals, ensuring that they receive necessary healthcare across the board. At the same time, Her Royal Highness recognizes the need to control the stray animal population, without impacting the safety of communities, and in order to prevent the spread of rabies, a life-threatening zoonotic disease. To achieve these goals, Her Royal Highness performed Royal Duties with the Chulabhorn Veterinary Volunteer Unit, under HRH Princess Chulabhorn’s project on “Disease-free Animals, Safe Humans from Rabies”, at the Royal Thai Fleet Officers’ Club, Sattahip District, Chon Buri Province, from July 8-13, 2023. The Royal Thai Naval Air Division and the Chon Buri Provincial Office humbly requested Her Royal Highness’s assistance to control the stray dog population at the U-Tapao International Airport, Chon Buri Province, and in adjacent communities. They faced challenges due to stray dogs living around its airside, which impacted the airstrip and posed dangers to aircraft take-offs and landings. Concerned with the existing problem, Her Royal Highness directed the Chulabhorn Veterinary Volunteer Unit from Kasetsart University, Royal Thai Fleet, Royal Thai Navy,...

Dr. Kwanrawee Sirikanchana, Research Scientist II at the Laboratory of Biotechnology, Chulabhorn Research Institute, was nominated to be awarded the prestigious Huw Taylor Prize 2023 from the International Water Association (IWA), United Kingdom. The 2023 IWA-HRM Huw Taylor Prize recognizes researchers for their Exceptional Scientific Contribution to Provide Water and Sanitation Solutions in Emergency and Developing Settings. The award presentation ceremony was held at the 21st International Symposium on Health-related Water Microbiology (WaterMicro 23), organized by the Health-related Water Microbiology (HRWM) Specialist Group, IWA, from June 4 – 9, 2023, in Darwin, Australia. The Prize was established to honor Professor Huw Taylor of the University of Brighton, United Kingdom, for his dedication to providing clean water and sanitation in emergency and developing areas. First awarded in 2017, Dr. Sirikanchana is the first Thai researcher to receive this honor and the third recipient overall since the award’s inception. Dr. Sirikanchana’s research that earned this recognition focused on the development of the methods for comprehensive microbial source tracking by studying viruses and bacteria specific to human and animal gastrointestinal tracts, such as those found in pigs and cows, etc., as indicators of wastewater contamination. The research involved developing methods for culturing and genetic testing of water samples, as well as evaluating the efficiency, advantages and limitations of each method in alignment with...

On July 3, 2023 at 08.29 a.m., the Chulabhorn Research Institute (CRI) held a ceremony to mark the auspicious occasion of the 66th Birthday Anniversary of Professor Dr. Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn Mahidol, President of the CRI, which falls on July 4, 2023. The ceremony was held at the CRI Convention Center and was attended by CRI executives and personnel who gathered to pay their respect and humbly offer well wishes to Her Royal Highness. The activities included a wreath-laying ceremony in front of the statue of His Majesty King Mongkut, Thailand’s “Father of Sciences”, paying respect to the Shrines of the Spirit and the Household God, offering well wishes, and participating in a Buddhist ceremony as a merit-making act dedicated to the CRI’s President. Khunying Laxanachantorn Laohaphan, Executive Vice President of the CRI and Chairperson of the ceremony, opened the ceremonial flower cone, with incense and candles, to pay respect in front of Her Royal Highness’s portrait, and led the CRI executives and personnel in humbly offering well wishes to Her Royal Highness on this auspicious occasion, as a gesture of loyalty and recognition of Her Royal Highness’s tireless contributions to the benefit of the Thai people and the nation. Professor Dr. Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn Mahidol is endowed with talent, grace, and compassion. Her Royal Highness...